The Ministry of Christ 03—Luke 4:31-44—Authority
Sunday Sermon: The Ministry of Christ 03—Luke 4:31-44—Authority
Nate HoldridgeJune 18, 2023
Jesus’ Transfiguration Initiated an Important Conference (Mark 9:4-13)
This meeting on the mountaintop was an encouraging preview, but it was also an important conference. Jesus met there with Moses and Elijah. It had been centuries since both men…
Nate HoldridgeFebruary 2, 2023
Jesus’ Transfiguration Offered an Encouraging Preview (Mark 9:1-3)
In response to the disciples' confession and this new teaching about his death and resurrection, Jesus took three of his men to a mountaintop. Though we don't know the exact…
Nate HoldridgeJanuary 26, 2023
The Attractiveness of Following Christ (Mark 8:34)
I must start today's article by reminding you of our place in the gospel of Mark. Mark had begun his book by revealing Jesus' identity: he is the Christ, the…
Nate HoldridgeJanuary 5, 2023
Who Is This Man?—Jesus Is the Christ Who Had To Die for Us. (Mark 8:30–33)
The whole book of Mark has built up to this moment. The first words of the book tell us Jesus is the Christ. But, as we read through Mark, we…
Nate HoldridgeDecember 15, 2022
Who Is This Man?—Jesus Is The Christ (Mark 8:27-29)
As readers of Mark's gospel, we already know. Mark used his first words to introduce us to Jesus. His first words were: *"The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ,…
Nate HoldridgeDecember 8, 2022
Fly 05 — Galatians 2:17-21 — Gospel Life
Sunday Sermon: Fly 05 — Galatians 2:17-21 — Gospel Life
Nate HoldridgeNovember 20, 2022
Fly 04 — Galatians 2:11-16 — Live In Step With The Gospel
Sunday Sermon: Fly 04 — Galatians 2:11-16 — Live In Step With The Gospel
Nate HoldridgeNovember 6, 2022
Fly 03 — Galatians 2:1-10 — The Beautiful, Acceptable Gospel
Sunday Sermon: Fly 03 — Galatians 2:1-10 — The Beautiful, Acceptable Gospel
Nate HoldridgeOctober 30, 2022
Fly 02 — Galatians 1:10-24 — Paul’s Gospel Is Legit
Sunday Teaching: Fly 02 — Galatians 1:10-24 — Paul's Gospel Is Legit
Nate HoldridgeOctober 23, 2022
When Jesus Moves Slowly (Mark 5:21-43)
We know believers are called to "put on...patience" (Colossians 3:12). We know the Bible is filled with related words -- long-suffering, endurance, steadfastness, and waiting. But this waiting with patience…
Nate HoldridgeJuly 27, 2022
Christ and the Storm (Mark 4:35-41)
This episode is an identity account—one where the disciples come to terms with Jesus' identity. In this story, they gain a massive clue he is the God of Glory, the…
Nate HoldridgeJuly 13, 2022
Believe the Right Things About Jesus (Mark 3:20-35)
Mark sets up our next scene by pointing out two separate groups, Jesus' family and the scribes. But before looking at each group and their response to Christ, Mark is…
Nate HoldridgeJune 8, 2022
Dealing With Chaotic Times (Mark 3:7-19)
Many parts of this week’s passage are familiar to us. Jesus is presented as being famous far and wide. People from everywhere all come to see Jesus. We know why…
Nate HoldridgeJune 1, 2022
Jesus Has Authority Over All Natural Brokenness (Mark 1:29-34)
On the same day he taught in the synagogue and delivered the man with the unclean spirit, Jesus went to the house of Simon and Andrew with James and John.…
Nate HoldridgeMarch 16, 2022
Steward God’s Gift (1 Peter 4:10)
According to Peter, everyone with a gift in the church has something to offer the others in the church. This is particularly impressive when you think of the original recipients…
Nate HoldridgeFebruary 24, 2022
Jesus Inaugurated the Age of the Spirit (Mark 1:8)
The prophets of old had predicted a day would come when the Holy Spirit would be poured out upon God's people, forming a new and special relationship never before seen…
Nate HoldridgeFebruary 2, 2022
Exile Grace – 1 Peter 5:10-14 – The Grace of Exile #27
Exile Grace - 1 Peter 5:10-14 - The Grace of Exile #27
Nate HoldridgeDecember 5, 2021
Exile Resistance – 1 Peter 5:8-9 – The Grace of Exile #26
Exile Resistance - 1 Peter 5:8-9 - The Grace of Exile #26
Nate HoldridgeNovember 28, 2021
Exile Service – 1 Peter 4:10-11 – The Grace of Exile #22
Exile Service - 1 Peter 4:10-11 - The Grace of Exile #22
Nate HoldridgeOctober 24, 2021
Exile Suffering – 1 Peter 3:13-16 – The Grace of Exile #18
Exile Suffering - 1 Peter 3:13-16 - The Grace of Exile #18
Nate HoldridgeSeptember 19, 2021
Leviticus 8-10
In a solemn moment, the Lord tells Moses that the congregation is meant to gather at the entrance of the tabernacle to watch Aaron and his sons become consecrated. The…
Nate HoldridgeSeptember 8, 2021
Exile Dating – 1 Peter 3:1-7 – The Grace of Exile #16
Exile Dating - 1 Peter 3:1-7 - The Grace of Exile #16
Nate HoldridgeSeptember 5, 2021
Exile Work — 1 Peter 2:18-25 — The Grace of Exile #13
Exile Work -- 1 Peter 2:18-25 -- The Grace of Exile #13
Nate HoldridgeAugust 15, 2021
A Healthy Heart Before God – How To Deal With a Condemned Heart (1 John 3:19-20)
At this point in his letter, John knew his readers were ripe for feelings of condemnation. He'd written to them about believing in Jesus, obeying God, and loving other Christians.…
Nate HoldridgeAugust 10, 2021
Exile Citizens — 1 Peter 2:13-17 — The Grace of Exile #12
# 12 Exile Citizens -- 1 Peter 2:13-17 -- The Grace of Exile
Nate HoldridgeAugust 8, 2021
# 11 Exile Conduct — 1 Peter 2:11-12 — The Grace of Exile
# 11 Exile Conduct -- 1 Peter 2:11-12 -- The Grace of Exile
Nate HoldridgeJuly 11, 2021
07 Exile Love — 1 Peter 1:22-25 — The Grace of Exile #07
# 07 Exile Love -- 1 Peter 1:22-25 -- The Grace of Exile
Nate HoldridgeJune 6, 2021
06 Exile Motivation — 1 Peter 1:17-21 — The Grace of Exile #06
06 Exile Motivation -- 1 Peter 1:17-21 -- The Grace of Exile #6
Nate HoldridgeMay 30, 2021
Exile Hope — 1 Peter 1:3-5 — The Grace Of Exile #2
02 Exile Hope (1 Peter 1:3-5)
Nate HoldridgeApril 25, 2021
Exile One — 1 Peter 1:1-2 – The Grace Of Exile #1
# 01 Exile One -- 1 Peter 1:1-2
Nate HoldridgeApril 18, 2021
Remember Who You Are – Little Children: Forgiven by the Father (1 John 2:12-13)
Nehemiah was a man on a mission. He lived during a time in the Old Testament era when God's people weren't doing well. God had to discipline His people, so…
Nate HoldridgeApril 13, 2021
The Power Of God — Mark 14:53-15:15 — Follow #47
Sunday Notes: The Power Of God -- Mark 14:53-15:15 -- Follow #47
Nate HoldridgeMarch 14, 2021
God’s Light Produces a Chain Reaction of Grace (1 John 1:8–9)
Here, John shows us God's light produces a chain reaction of grace. We see ourselves honestly, confess our sins, and He faithfully continues His work of sanctification, shaping and molding…
Nate HoldridgeMarch 2, 2021
The New Passover Meal — Mark 14:12-25 — Follow #45
Sunday Teaching: The New Passover Meal -- Mark 14:12-25 -- Follow #45
Nate HoldridgeFebruary 28, 2021
Cast Your Nets Again (Luke 5:4-5)
One day, Jesus was taught the Word, using Peter's boat as his pulpit. Pushed off from the shore in the Sea of Galilee, Jesus spoke to his audience on the…
Nate HoldridgeFebruary 8, 2021
Follow #42 — The Great Tribulation — Mark 13:14-23
On the Mount of Olives, overlooking the temple precincts, Jesus continued teaching about the end of the age. Peter, John, James, and Andrew sat in riveted as their Master explained…
Nate HoldridgeJanuary 31, 2021
An Introduction to First John
Two thousand years ago, Jesus Christ, the Son of God, God the Son, was born of human flesh. While He walked the earth, so did others, and when Jesus was…
Nate HoldridgeJanuary 19, 2021
Jesus Christ: The Ultimate Man – Part 2
This is not the title I normally use of Jesus. Perhaps I've developed an allergy to the title after hearing many say, "Jesus was a good teacher, a prophet, but…
Nate HoldridgeDecember 15, 2020
God Rewards Life in the Kingdom (Mark 10:28-30)
Peter thought about what he'd just witnessed. He'd watched a rich young ruler turn away from Jesus. He wouldn't leave all and follow Christ. But Peter and the other disciples…
Nate HoldridgeNovember 24, 2020
Follow #26 – Mark 9:1–13 – Be Helped by Jesus’ Transfiguration
What are we to do with such a beautiful and awe-inspiring episode? What did it mean for them? What did it mean for Jesus? And what does it mean for…
Nate HoldridgeAugust 30, 2020
Friend of Sinners, Part 1 (Mark 2:13-17)
In this three-part series, we are going to explore this question: What kind of people enter into God's kingdom? We are going to ask this because the first time Jesus…
Nate HoldridgeAugust 18, 2020
A Guide For The Climb – Chapter 14 – War for Unity (Psalm 133)
“The Bible has the answers,” they say. Knowing how messed up life and the world and relationships can be, you decide to read it. Perhaps, you think, you will find…
Nate HoldridgeAugust 13, 2020
Book Excerpt: Let Us Hear
John was an incredible man with an incredible life story. Peter or Paul he was not. God had a different plan for his life. Paul had traveled and written profusely.…
Nate HoldridgeJuly 30, 2020
The Forward Focus of God (Genesis 17:5)
God is a renamer. He doesn't hesitate to take your old person and make you new. All through Scripture, God exemplifies his heart of renewal by renaming people he loved.…
Nate HoldridgeJune 4, 2020
Walk With a Limp (Genesis 32:31)
My old Christian rap tape rings in my mind: *I walked with a limp and carried a brew. You know why? Cause that was cool.* Well, I don't know about…
Nate HoldridgeMarch 3, 2020
When Christ’s Commands Feel Impossible (Luke 5:4-5)
At Your word, O Master, I will cast the nets again. Though it violates everything in my fleshly senses, I know You Lord of a dimension I cannot see. With…
Nate HoldridgeFebruary 20, 2020
A Prayer To Know God’s Love (Psalm 52:1)
O, God! Your love endures, more than my sin, weakness, and limitations. You have never run out of gas. Everywhere I have gone, anything I have thought, every day of…
Nate HoldridgeOctober 3, 2019
7 Marks Of A Cool Church (Acts 2:42)
I have heard recitations of Acts 2:42 my entire Christian life. Seems the circles I run in love it. Part of it has got to be the sweet outline --…
Nate HoldridgeSeptember 10, 2019